Description

Ethyl 4-Methyl-5-Oxo-2H-Oxazole-3-Carboxylate is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its oxazole core, which is a privileged scaffold in medicinal chemistry and material science. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its bioactive heterocyclic structure.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex oxazole-containing compounds for various applications.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for functional polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of molecular probes and tools for studying biological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Methyl-5-Oxo-2H-Oxazole-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	84280-59-1
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO4
Molecular Weight	171.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-methyl-5-oxo-4,5-dihydrooxazole-3-carboxylate; 3-Carbethoxy-4-methyl-5-oxazolone; 4-Methyl-5-oxo-2H-oxazole-3-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 3-Ethoxycarbonyl-4-methyl-5-oxazolone; Ethyl 4-methyl-5-oxo-2-oxazoline-3-carboxylate; 4-Methyl-5-oxazolone-3-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 3-Carbethoxy-4-methyl-2-oxazolin-5-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Methyl-5-Oxo-2H-Oxazole-3-Carboxylate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications and test results are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.